2009 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 439 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | 325 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 67 L |
